2026-2027 Kindergarten Teacher

2026-2027 Kindergarten Teacher Santa Fe South Public Schools - 4.0 Oklahoma City, OK Job Details Full-time 8 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Kindergarten Teacher Shidler Elementary | Santa Fe South Charter Schools Oklahoma City, OK | 190-195 Day Contract (195 days for new teachers; 190 days for returning teachers) About Santa Fe South & Shidler Elementary Santa Fe South Schools (SFS) is a tuition-free public charter school district serving students from Pre-K through 12th grade across South Oklahoma City. Founded in 2001, SFS is known for its strong academic expectations, student-centered instruction, and meaningful partnerships with families and the community. Across all campuses, Santa Fe South prioritizes rigorous instruction, data-driven practices, and the belief that every student can and will learn — a commitment embodied in the district's At or Above academic framework. Shidler Elementary is a PK-5 campus rooted deeply in the southside community it serves. Shidler is known for its strong culture of belonging, intentional relationship-building, and close family partnerships. Staff members are united by a shared belief that loving students well means holding them to high expectations and providing the structured support necessary to meet them. As a growing campus, Shidler is building toward ambitious academic goals while maintaining a joyful and human-centered environment. Teachers at Shidler are mission-driven educators who are energized by the opportunity to serve their community and who believe deeply in students' potential — even when the work is challenging. Position Summary The Kindergarten Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, joyful, and academically rich learning environment that supports the cognitive, social-emotional, and language development of young learners. This teacher will deliver developmentally appropriate, standards-aligned instruction that prepares students for success in first grade and beyond while partnering closely with families and colleagues to support the whole child. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction aligned to Oklahoma Academic Standards Establish a nurturing, structured classroom environment that promotes curiosity, independence, and positive behavior Plan, internalize, and implement lessons with fidelity, including preparing materials and intentionally designing learning centers and routines Use ongoing observation, formative assessments, and student data to inform instruction and support individual student needs Collaborate closely with instructional coaches, grade-level teammates, and support staff to strengthen instructional practice Actively engage in Santa Fe South's coaching model by seeking, receiving, and implementing feedback Build strong, trusting relationships with students and families through consistent communication and partnership Support students' social-emotional development using age-appropriate strategies and routines Maintain accurate documentation related to attendance, assessment, and compliance requirements Contribute positively to campus culture and participate in school-wide initiatives and professional learning

Qualifications Required:

Oklahoma teaching certification (or willingness/eligibility to obtain) in Early Childhood or Elementary Education Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Commitment to Santa Fe South's mission and the students and communities we serve

Preferred:

Experience teaching early childhood students Strong understanding of early literacy, numeracy, and play-based instructional practices Training in

LETRS, 95

% Group, or similar science of reading Experience implementing classroom routines and structures for young learners Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills Experience working in diverse or high-need school communities Why Join Shidler & Santa Fe South? A mission-driven campus committed to growth, belonging, and academic excellence Robust instructional coaching and professional development at every stage of your career A collaborative staff culture rooted in shared accountability and high expectations Competitive compensation and benefits The opportunity to make a lasting impact during one of the most foundational years in a child's education — in a school community that needs and values strong educators